From teachers to waiters: The industries that haven’t bounced back from the pandemic
Economists have been closely watching monthly U.S. job reports for signs of cracks in the labor market that could offer clues as to when a recession could start.
US Postal Service releases national dog bite rankings
California and Texas ranked highest on the United States Postal Service’s annual list of states with the most dog bites against its employees, the USPS announced.
Chuck Todd leaving NBC political panel show ‘Meet the Press’
Chuck Todd says he’s leaving “Meet the Press” after a tumultuous near-decade of moderating the NBC political panel show. Todd will be replaced in the coming months by Kristen Welker.
On this day in 1899
JUNE 4, 1899 The Rev. D.A. Graham stepped to his A.M.E. pulpit in Indianapolis. He often read from the Gospels or spoke about the love of Jesus, but on this day, he decried the mistreatment of Black Americans. Over the...
Mississippi congressman sends letter to Biloxi VA center, requesting removal of Pride flag
In a letter to the Secretary of Veteran Affairs, Congressman Mike Ezell requested for the Pride flag and any other flags promoting social policy positions or making a political statement to be removed.
JPS starts registration for 2023-2024 school year
The new school year for JPS starts Aug. 7.
Hot and sunny day with highs nearing mid-90s
16 WAPT’s Meteorologist Christana Kay has the latest forecast for Jackson and Central Mississippi.
#ResetJackson movement hopes to reduce crime in capital city
Organizers of the movement hope to bring attention to the youth violence and help steer young people in the right direction.
Family, friends share stories of loved ones lost to racial injustice
An organization held a statewide unity conference against racial injustice at the Jackson Medical Mall Saturday.
Methodist Children’s Homes hold first ‘Fun Day 3K’
“I think the children feel supported and they know that we will take a Saturday and do something for them and that’s not work to us,” said Jessica Senter.